Economy
New research highlights a troubling trend in Spain's rental market, revealing that residents now allocate an alarming 47 percent of their monthly income to rent, with some regions witnessing figures as high as 70 percent. This situation underscores the growing housing crisis affecting countless individuals......
If you possess substantial assets and are either a resident or non-resident in Spain, you may find yourself liable for the nation’s wealth tax, known as "el impuesto de patrimonio." This annual levy is assessed based on the total net value of your assets as of December 31st of the previous......
Morocco is intensifying its efforts to diversify its gas resources, with plans to develop the first phase of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal near Nador, a city in the east of the country. Energy Minister Leila Benali announced the government's commitment to initiating an action plan during......
The Spanish real estate market continues to attract foreign buyers, even as the government implements measures to limit their participation. Recent legislation, including the elimination of the golden visa scheme and discussions of a supertax on non-resident non-EU property buyers, aims to curb the soaring......
Finding a place to live in a new country can be daunting, especially when faced with the risk of fraud. In Spain, the current housing crisis has intensified competition for rental properties, making it vital for newcomers to be vigilant against scams. With many foreigners entering the market, scammers......
Morocco’s Institute for Transport and Logistics Training (IFTL) has entered into a significant partnership with renowned researcher Professor Rachid Yazami to establish a specialized training program focused on electric vehicle batteries. This initiative is a key component of Morocco’s broader......
In the wake of the US imposing tariffs on the European Union, Spain's Minister of Economy, Commerce, and Business, Carlos Cuerpo, is heading to Washington for crucial meetings. Cuerpo will discuss the potential impacts of the 20% tariff threat with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and other key......
Morocco and Spain have recently formalized two significant agreements aimed at advancing the Strait of Gibraltar crossing project. Signed on Thursday in Madrid, these agreements emphasize cooperation in digitalization, engineering, and educational initiatives. The Moroccan delegation, led by Abdelkabir......
In recent discussions regarding trade relations between Catalonia and the United States, a significant portion of Catalan economists has expressed their preference for diplomacy and negotiation over retaliatory tariffs. According to a recent survey conducted by the College of Economists of Catalonia......
As the doors to the United States potentially close or become increasingly expensive, countries around the world, including Spain, are seeking alternatives. Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, is embarking on a visit to China and Vietnam this Wednesday, aiming to diversify the nation's......
The Spanish government has unveiled a €45 million initiative aimed at enticing US-based researchers disillusioned by the Trump administration to relocate their work to Spain. Amidst rising discontent within the American scientific community, approximately 2,000 researchers recently signed an open......
During a visit to Vietnam, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez emphasized the negative impact of trade wars, especially highlighting the tariffs imposed by the Donald Trump administration, which have raised the costs of Vietnamese products by up to 46%. Sánchez made this statement while......
The Spanish government has assessed the impact of the new 20% tariff imposed by the United States on all imports from the European Union. According to the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry, the new trade tariffs will affect 80% of the Spanish products sold in the U.S. In monetary terms, this translates......
